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7 Books Your Career Will Thank You For

September 22, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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by Lori Milner, author, entrepreneur, thought leader and founder of Beyond the Dress

I consume books. Especially books that help me understand myself better; books that help me learn from other people’s journeys. Both their successes and their mistakes are invaluable ways to fast-track our own growth. These 7 books incorporate all that … and so much more. Happy reading!

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Surviving Sliptember

September 22, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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by Eldari Visser, founder of PicketFence Life

During any trip in nature so many things can happen. We have all watched movies of the unforeseen or the accident waiting to happen. We have also witnessed nail gripping stuff of someone who cannot hold their grip in certain circumstances.

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Secrets of Successful Sales by Alison Edgar

September 22, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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Alison Edgar

In Secrets of Successful Sales, Alison Edgar, known as The Entrepreneur's Godmother, brings together psychology and sales to help you develop a winning strategy for increasing sales and growing your business. Centred around Alison's Four Key Pillars of Sales methodology, this book enables you to understand customer behaviours, provides you with a foolproof process, explains how to create an effective strategy, and close with confidence.

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Quote of the Day by Magatte Wade

September 21, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Magatte Wade, founder of Tiossan (Senegal)

Magatte Wade, founder of Tiossan (Senegal)

"To get to the finish line, Africans must create scalable businesses based on African culture, businesses that produce high quality products... And that’s what I’m doing."

Magatte Wade, founder of Tiossan (Senegal)

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Entrepreneur Advice from Rachel Phiri - Always do your best work

September 21, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Rachel Phiri, founder of Silverbox Jewellery (Zimbabwe)

Rachel Phiri, founder of Silverbox Jewellery (Zimbabwe)

Always do your best work, especially when no one is watching....

"Consistency in your work will speak for you louder and further than you ever can in words. And, remember to smile and believe in yourself - if you can dream it, you can do it."

Rachel Phiri, founder of Silverbox Jewellery (Zimbabwe)

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In Entrepreneur Advice Tags Work Ethic
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Quote of the Day by Tiguidanke Mounir Camara

September 19, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Tiguidanke Mounir Camara, founder of TIGUI MINING GROUP TMG (Guinea)

Tiguidanke Mounir Camara, founder of TIGUI MINING GROUP TMG (Guinea)

"Start now. Do not postpone your dream to tomorrow, thinking that you are not experienced enough."

Tiguidanke Mounir Camara, founder of TIGUI Mining Group TMG (Guinea)

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LIONESS COLAB: Carrol Boyes x The Joinery

September 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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In South Africa, the iconic South African homeware design brand, Carrol Boyes, and sustainable lifestyle brand, The Joinery, have launched a new collaborative community collection. 

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In Lioness CoLAB Tags South Africa, Eco-preneur, Carrol Boyes
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Care-frontation

September 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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by Lori Milner, author, entrepreneur, thought leader and founder of Beyond the Dress

I came across a podcast recently where leadership guru, Simon Sinek, was being interviewed by Tony Robbins. He mentioned a concept I hadn’t heard of before ‘Care-frontation’. In my research, I came across a great definition that characterizes it as follows…

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Style & Substance by Liz Dennery Sanders

September 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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Liz Dennery Sanders

Style & Substance by style guru, Liz Dennery Sanders, is an invaluable guide and practical workbook for women who want to build their confidence, their brands and their bank accounts. In Style & Substance, you'll learn how to build a strong, distinctive brand that's immediately recognizable, just like Chanel, DryBar or Beyonce. You'll clarify how you want to be perceived, how to build that exact perception in people's minds, and how to attract your dream clients and customers without spreading yourself too thin and burning yourself out.

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Abidjan inspires and connects women entrepreneurs at its first Lioness Lean In event

September 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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On the morning of Thursday 13 September, 120 women entrepreneurs from across Abidjan gathered together to be inspired and to connect with their fellow women business and brand builders at the first Lioness Lean In breakfast event in the country. And it was a great occasion!

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Thabiso Mahlape, a publishing entrepreneur giving voice to South Africa’s exciting new black authors

September 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Thabiso Mahlape, founder of Blackbird Books (South Africa)

Thabiso Mahlape, founder of Blackbird Books (South Africa)

To change the literary landscape of a country and a continent takes passionate and pioneering publishing champions, and South Africa has found one such champion in Thabiso Mahlape, founder of Blackbird Books. She is establishing a new and exciting framework for South African narratives and is winning author and readers fans alike with her business.

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In Startup Story Tags South Africa, Media PR & Communications
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Are you not too young?

September 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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by Phindile Ndlovu, Founder and Director of Bhekizenzo Foundation

My response to the question “Are you not too young?” My age often comes up and people are not only shocked but worried about the responsibilities I have acquired. I am 22 years old, married, have a two months old son, and I am a social entrepreneur.

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Is It Time To Spring Clean Your Relationships?

September 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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by Paula Quinsee, Relationship Expert

Spring season has always been associated with decluttering, clearing out, spring cleaning and making space for the new. This gives us wonderful opportunities to take stock of what we have, what's working, what's not working, what is valuable and what has passed it's 'sell by' date. It's not that different when it comes to our relationships.

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Kehinde Falade, a Nigerian entrepreneur creating a natural solution to hair growth and scalp problems

September 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Kehinde Falade, founder of Osteena Range of Cosmetics (Nigeria)

Kehinde Falade, founder of Osteena Range of Cosmetics (Nigeria)

For many people, maintaining healthy hair and scalps can be a challenge, particularly for those trying to avoid products that use harsh chemicals. And that’s where Kehinde Falade and her company, Osteena Range of Cosmetics, come to the rescue, using organic natural ingredients to encourage new and healthy hair growth for clients.

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In Startup Story Tags Beauty & Wellness, Nigeria
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Quote of the Day by Jazeera Suwani

September 14, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Jazeera Suwani, founder of Say it with Chocolate (Kenya)

Jazeera Suwani, founder of Say it with Chocolate (Kenya)

"You won't know if it will work unless you try, and if you try then there is hope for it to work.”

Jazeera Suwani, founder of Say it with Chocolate (Kenya)

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Entrepreneur Advice from Thokozile Mangwiro: Focus on your vision

September 10, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Thokozile Mangwiro, founder of Nyla Naturals (South Africa)

Thokozile Mangwiro, founder of Nyla Naturals (South Africa)

Focus on your vision....

"A start-up can be challenging to women who do not have a vision of what they are trying to accomplish. My advice to fellow entrepreneurs is to focus on their vision. Focusing on a strong vision will pull you through the emotional roller-coaster; it will pull you through the fear and doubt that will surely come. A strong vision will lead to the success of your business."

Thokozile Mangwiro, founder of Nyla Naturals (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Mariam Hazem

September 10, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Mariam Hazem, co-founder of Reform Studio (Egypt)

Mariam Hazem, co-founder of Reform Studio (Egypt)

“We believe that design can solve stubborn problems and thus we started with a major issue in Egypt: waste.”

Mariam Hazem, co-founder of Reform Studio (Egypt)

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Celebrating 5 Zambian women entrepreneurs taking the country’s economy forward

September 9, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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Throughout the month of September, Lionesses of Africa will be celebrating Zambia’s many innovative and talented women entrepreneurs who are helping to shape a new and dynamic economy in the country. 

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Maneo Mapharisa, an entrepreneur on a mission to get Lesotho girls coding to bridge the STEM gender gap

September 9, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Maneo Mapharisa, Co-founder of Girls Coding Academy (Lesotho)

Maneo Mapharisa, Co-founder of Girls Coding Academy (Lesotho)

Giving young women and girls access to opportunities and stimulating careers in the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths), is the mission of Girls Coding Academy. By doing so, the organisation’s 7 co-founders are making a tangible and lasting contribution to the reduction of the gender gap in Lesotho.

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In Startup Story Tags Lesotho, Technology, Women in Tech
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Mbali Masike, a young South African wine brand builder creating highly personal, story driven wines

September 9, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Mbali Masike, founder of ngiyiMbali Brands (South Africa)

Mbali Masike, founder of ngiyiMbali Brands (South Africa)

Behind every great wine is a great story, and that is certainly the case with the exciting South African wines being created by ngiyiMbali Brands. Founder Mbali Masike brings her own personality and taste profiles into each individual wine she creates, sharing stories and creating memories for her customers. 

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LIONESS WEEKENDER COVER STORIES

LIONESS WEEKENDER COVER STORY
Vanessa Mhlom, a South African wellness brand builder
Vanessa Mhlom, a South African wellness brand builder
Morongwe and Michelle Mokone, two social impact entrepreneurs building a high-growth, premium sustainable homeware business
Morongwe and Michelle Mokone, two social impact entrepreneurs building a high-growth, premium sustainable homeware business
Dr. Phindi Cebekhulu-Msomi, an agripreneur focused on climate-smart solutions
Dr. Phindi Cebekhulu-Msomi, an agripreneur focused on climate-smart solutions
Retang Phaahla, a pioneer for South Africa’s indigenous teas
Retang Phaahla, a pioneer for South Africa’s indigenous teas
Dr Margaret Kemigisha, a publishing entrepreneur passionate about childrens’ literacy
Dr Margaret Kemigisha, a publishing entrepreneur passionate about childrens’ literacy

IMAGE OF THE DAY. CELEBRATING WOMAN MADE IN AFRICA.

Image of the Day / Khokho Collection

Summer Tote Bag…We love this super stylish woven summer tote bag, perfect for the weekend from Khokho Collection, founded by social entrepreneurs Philippa Thorne, Sapna Shah and master weaver Zinhle Vilaka
Image of the Day / The House of Agness

An elegant floral gifting idea… Mariana Agness Francisco Eria is a creative force in contemporary floral design. Her business, The House of Agness, is a luxury florist and gifting boutique nestled in Map
Image of the Day / Eki

Silk Sensation…Nothing is quite as luxurious as silk, that’s why we love the ‘Africa on Silk’ collections from Eki, founded by Hazel Eki Osunde. Eki is known for its signature soft silks and ethereal c
Image of the Day / Nokware Skincare

Sustainable skincare…We love to see natural cosmetics companies with a sustainable approach to business succeeding in Africa, and Nokware Skincare, founded by Tutuwa Ahwoi in Ghana is a great example. She f
Image of the Day / Dounia Home

Statement lighting… from Dounia Home, the home of innovative, handcrafted and ethically made Moroccan lighting and home decor founded by Dounia Tamri-Loeper. Her company designs, produces and brings to market hi
Image of the Day / Afrobotanics

Nature inspired haircare… Banish dry hair with the Afrobotanics Hemp Seed Oil moisturising conditioner created by Ntombenhle Khathwane, a South African entrepreneur and advocate for natural hair and body produc
Image of the Day / Happy Coffee

Happy Coffee Experiences…If you are a fan of great coffee you will love Happy Coffee, founded by Princess Adeyinka Tekenah in Nigeria. She is a Coffee Entrepreneur and a Mom, and the founder of this growing ind
Image of the Day / Mon Choco

Chocolate gifting goodies…Who doesn’t love a chocolate gift at this time of the year? So where better to sample some of the finest chocolate on the African continent than in Cote d’Ivoire, from Mon Cho
Image of the Day / Spez Catering

Celebratory cake…If you are anything like the sweet treat-loving team at Lionesses of Africa, you will love a slice of the great cakes on offer from Spez Catering in Kenya, founded by Esmeralda De Souza-Obwaka
Image of the Day / Eloli

African luxury couture…For those who want to stand out from the crowd, Dibo Ndumbe Eyoh, co-founder and co-creative Director of Eloli, an award-winning luxury African fashion brand in Cameroon, has just what you need.
Image of the Day / Khokho Collection

Summer Tote Bag…We love this super stylish woven summer tote bag, perfect for the weekend from Khokho Collection, founded by social entrepreneurs Philippa Thorne, Sapna Shah and master weaver Zinhle Vilaka Image of the Day / The House of Agness

An elegant floral gifting idea… Mariana Agness Francisco Eria is a creative force in contemporary floral design. Her business, The House of Agness, is a luxury florist and gifting boutique nestled in Map Image of the Day / Eki

Silk Sensation…Nothing is quite as luxurious as silk, that’s why we love the ‘Africa on Silk’ collections from Eki, founded by Hazel Eki Osunde. Eki is known for its signature soft silks and ethereal c Image of the Day / Nokware Skincare

Sustainable skincare…We love to see natural cosmetics companies with a sustainable approach to business succeeding in Africa, and Nokware Skincare, founded by Tutuwa Ahwoi in Ghana is a great example. She f Image of the Day / Dounia Home

Statement lighting… from Dounia Home, the home of innovative, handcrafted and ethically made Moroccan lighting and home decor founded by Dounia Tamri-Loeper. Her company designs, produces and brings to market hi Image of the Day / Afrobotanics

Nature inspired haircare… Banish dry hair with the Afrobotanics Hemp Seed Oil moisturising conditioner created by Ntombenhle Khathwane, a South African entrepreneur and advocate for natural hair and body produc Image of the Day / Happy Coffee

Happy Coffee Experiences…If you are a fan of great coffee you will love Happy Coffee, founded by Princess Adeyinka Tekenah in Nigeria. She is a Coffee Entrepreneur and a Mom, and the founder of this growing ind Image of the Day / Mon Choco

Chocolate gifting goodies…Who doesn’t love a chocolate gift at this time of the year? So where better to sample some of the finest chocolate on the African continent than in Cote d’Ivoire, from Mon Cho Image of the Day / Spez Catering

Celebratory cake…If you are anything like the sweet treat-loving team at Lionesses of Africa, you will love a slice of the great cakes on offer from Spez Catering in Kenya, founded by Esmeralda De Souza-Obwaka Image of the Day / Eloli

African luxury couture…For those who want to stand out from the crowd, Dibo Ndumbe Eyoh, co-founder and co-creative Director of Eloli, an award-winning luxury African fashion brand in Cameroon, has just what you need.

STARTUP STORIES. MEET THE WOMEN WHO’VE LAUNCHED.

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Gillian Holl, a South African architectural entrepreneur building a sustainability-focused business that responds to the needs of both clients and the environment
Gillian Holl, a South African architectural entrepreneur building a sustainability-focused business that responds to the needs of both clients and the environment
Júlia Silota, a Mozambican green business builder, focused on environmental waste management
Júlia Silota, a Mozambican green business builder, focused on environmental waste management
Claudia Machaieie, a Mozambican green business innovator transforming marine waste into reading glasses
Claudia Machaieie, a Mozambican green business innovator transforming marine waste into reading glasses
Matilde Mawelele Rungo, a Mozambican tech-preneur helping to drive digital transformation in the country
Matilde Mawelele Rungo, a Mozambican tech-preneur helping to drive digital transformation in the country
Yanara Tavares Viana, a Mozambican entrepreneur developing a smart urban housing solution in the country
Yanara Tavares Viana, a Mozambican entrepreneur developing a smart urban housing solution in the country

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The Magnetic Female Entrepreneur: The Art of Empowered Presence, Rising to New Levels of Impact and Influence, and Financial Success on Your Own Terms by Mary Grant
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Dream Big and Win: Translating Passion into Purpose and Creating a Billion-Dollar Business by Liz Elting
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